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Office of the City Solicitor

Investigator Specialist II

Posting Expires: July 12, 2026

Salary Range: $65,000 - $72,000 annually 

General Description and Classification Standards:

The Investigator Specialist position is a key function in the Office of the City Solicitor's Investigation Division. The person in this position makes evaluative judgments based on the application of statutory or regulatory provisions and administrative procedures in deciding whether there is reasonable cause to support a finding or make objective recommendations regarding resolutions and appropriate remedies to resolve cases. The person in this position also provides investigation support to community prosecution by collaborating with city departments, partners, communities and citizens, and has the knowledge and skills to provide guidance and clarification on the rules, regulations and other legal requirements applicable to the agency's jurisdiction.

Supervision Received:

Individual works under general supervision and reports to the Solicitor's designee(s).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

• Responsible for conducting difficult investigations to support criminal, traffic, code enforcement case prosecution and diversion programs and community prosecution.
• Responsible for researching and collecting archive data relative to case outcome on past defendants. Required to perform law enforcement duties to include, but not limited to, investigations of criminal, traffic, code enforcement, and community prosecution cases. 
• Responsible for assessing, analyzing and drawing conclusions from investigative evidence; and presenting the findings and deficiencies to superiors and the appropriate assistant solicitor.
• Provide oversight of field investigations. 
• Provide mentoring, coaching, supervision, clarification, and use of applications to less experienced personnel on reporting investigations.  
• Assist the Chief Investigator in managing and leading the Office of the City Solicitor's investigative team to operate as a high-performing team. 
• Conduct tabulation of data and reporting function.
• In the absence of the Chief Investigator, may be asked to lead, manage and supervise the investigative team. 
• Uses available technology and its application to gather evidence and develop cases. 
• Values teamwork and demonstrates the willingness to assist others to complete work assignments. Assists and participates in trainings, workshops, seminars, meetings, and events which may occur outside normal hours of operation. 
• Provide law enforcement support and leads specialized law enforcement initiatives and details for the department. 
• Serves as lead finger-print technician for the Department and Municipal Court, and conducts background checks for current and new-hire employees.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities: This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully, it is not an exhaustive list.

• Strong communication and relationship skills and can build partnerships with key stakeholders Demonstrates ability to work in a deadline driven environment and ability to manage multiple priorities. Resourceful when collecting and developing facts and other pertinent data. 
• Possesses extensive knowledge and demonstrates proficiency in the use of GCIC, Court Case Management System, APD Image Director, and Horizon Incident Report Review. Ability to objectively analyze and evaluate facts, evidence and related information. 
• Able to obtain the cooperation and confidence of others.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience - 

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) and 

Seven (7) years of skilled investigation experience and 2-3 years of community involvement experience.

Must have a Peace Officer Standards Training (POST) certification.

Licensures and Certifications - 

Must have and maintain a Valid Georgia Driver's License.

Must obtain and maintain GCIC certification.

Must have and maintain POST certification.

Must have and maintain DUI Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Certificate.

Preferred Requirements - 

POST certification, undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice or related field and 5 years of skilled investigation experience and 2-3 years of experience in community prosecution.

Lifting Requirements: 

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
 

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta ("COA") that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran's status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.  We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.